New claims from a former associate of Tiger Woods have intensified attention on the golf legend’s driving habits, following his latest rollover crash in Florida.
The anonymous former employee described the 15-time major champion as reckless behind the wheel, offering a blunt assessment of behavior that has now become part of a broader public narrative.
“The guy is a terrible driver…he drives like a bat out of hell very often on a road where lawn services are parked with heavy equipment,” the source told the Daily Mail.
The individual, who claims to have spent time in the car with Woods, added further detail: “I’ve been with him in the car going 55 or 60 mph, driving past cops who don’t seem to care.”
These remarks surfaced shortly after Woods was involved in a two-vehicle crash in Jupiter, Florida, where his Land Rover overturned after colliding with a trailer attached to a utility truck.
Authorities confirmed that the incident occurred in a residential area during the afternoon, when the golfer attempted to pass the vehicle but struck its rear section. The impact caused his car to veer off course and flip onto its side.
Despite the severity of the crash, Woods was able to exit the vehicle on his own and appeared to avoid serious injury.
However, the aftermath raised further questions. He was arrested and charged with DUI, property damage, and refusal to submit to a lawful test.
Questions over medication and past incidents resurface
At the scene, Martin County Sheriff John Budensiek stated that Woods “blew multiple zeroes” on a breathalyzer test, indicating no presence of alcohol.
However, he declined to provide a urine sample, a decision that has fueled speculation.
According to the former employee, the refusal may not point to illicit substances. “I know the guy, that’s just not what he does,” the source said, suggesting instead that Woods has been reliant on prescription medications due to years of injuries.
The insider added that he “has been on tons of pain medication for years,” offering a possible explanation for the decision.
This incident is not the first time Woods‘ driving has drawn scrutiny. In 2017, he was found asleep at the wheel of his vehicle and later admitted to taking medication prior to driving.
A toxicology report at the time revealed the presence of multiple substances, including Xanax, Vicodin, Dilaudid, Ambien, and THC. He later described the situation as the result of an “unexpected reaction” to prescribed medication.
More recently, his 2021 rollover crash in California nearly ended his career, leaving him with severe leg injuries that required extensive surgery and rehabilitation.
That incident, while not linked to impairment, further underscored concerns about his safety on the road.
Officials at the scene of the latest crash also called in drug recognition experts, who concluded that Woods was not impaired by alcohol but may have been affected by “some type of medication or drug.”
At the time of the accident, Woods was reportedly alone. His partner, Vanessa Trump, and her daughter were not present, despite having attended a golf event with him earlier in the week.
Following his arrest, Woods was taken to the Martin County Jail, where he was held for eight hours in accordance with Florida law before being released. His representatives have not yet issued a public response to the latest allegations.
As investigations continue, the comments from the former employee have added a new dimension to an already complex situation.
While Tiger Woods‘ legacy in golf remains unparalleled, recurring incidents involving his driving continue to raise questions about safety, accountability, and the long-term impact of his physical struggles off the course.
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